How to Restart / Reboot FireStick in 30 Seconds

In this guide, I will show you how to restart a FireStick. The same steps apply to other Fire TV devices, including FireStick 4K, Fire TV Cube, All New FireStick 4K and 4K Max, and Fire TV Stick Lite. 

Why Restart FireStick?

A quick FireStick restart refreshes the Amazon Fire operating, providing you with:

• Optimal Fire TV performance by fixing minor software glitches & bugs
• Regulation of apps becoming unresponsive, slow, and glitchy
• Seamless installation of apps & updates that require your device to restart

Think of restarting your FireStick as the magic bullet to restore the order of your streaming device.

Read: How to Install and Use Best VPN for FireStick

Method 1: How to Restart FireStick with Settings

Amazon Fire OS comes with a built-in Restart option within Settings. Here are the steps to reboot your FireStick:

Note: This method works only if your remote is working or the device isn’t frozen.

1. On FireStick home, select the Settings Cog icon on the extreme right side of your screen.

2. Scroll down and open the My Fire TV menu.

3. Inside the menu, scroll down and select Restart.

4. When prompted, click Restart again. Your FireStick will now begin to restart, and the ‘Powering Off’ message will display on the screen.

This is how you restart FireStick using the Settings options.

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How to Stream on FireStick Anonymously

As soon as you install the right apps, your FireStick is all ready to stream your favorite content. However, before you start, I would like to warn you that everything you stream online is visible to your ISP and Government. This means, streaming free movies, TV shows, Sports might get you into legal trouble. 

Thankfully, there is a foolproof way to keep all your streaming activities hidden from your ISP and the Government. All you need is a good VPN for Fire Stick. A VPN will mask your original IP which is and will help you bypass Online Surveillance, ISP throttling, and content geo-restrictions.

I personally use and recommend ExpressVPN, which is the fastest and most secure VPN. It is compatible with all kinds of streaming apps and is very easy to install on Fire TV / Stick.

We do not encourage the violation of copyright laws. But, what if you end up streaming content from an illegitimate source unintentionally? It is not always easy to tell the difference between a legit and illegal source.

So, before you start streaming on your Fire Stick / Fire TV, let’s see how to use ExpressVPN to keep your streaming activities hidden from prying eyes.

Step 1: Subscribe to ExpressVPN HERE. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Meaning, you can use it free for the first 30-days and if you are not satisfied with the performance (which is highly unlikely), you can ask for a full refund.

Step 2: Power ON your Fire TV Stick and go to Find followed by Search option.

Step 3: Now type “Expressvpn” (without quotes) in the search bar and select ExpressVPN when it shows up in the search results.

Step 4: Click Download to install the ExpressVPN app on Fire TV / Stick.

Step 5: Open the app and enter the login credentials that you created while buying the ExpressVPN subscription. Click Sign in.

Step 6: Click the Power icon to connect to a VPN server. That’s all. Your connection is now secure with the fastest and best VPN for FireStick.

You can also read more detailed info on using ExpressVPN with Fire TV / Stick.

Method 2: Restart FireStick directly with the Remote

If the FireStick is frozen or you can’t navigate to the device settings, there is a way to restart your FireStick directly with your Fire TV remote.  On your remote, press & hold the Play/Pause and Select buttons together for 5-7 seconds. Your FireStick will reboot.

Method 3: Unplug from the power source to restart FireStick

The oldest method to restart electronic equipment is probably unplugging it from power. I only recommend this method when the above two methods aren’t working on your FireStick. To safely restart your FireStick using the traditional unplug method, follow these steps:

1. Turn off the power switch of the outlet or disconnect the USB.
2. Wait 15 seconds, then turn on the power outlet or connect the USB.
3. Let your FireStick boot, and don’t press any button until you see the Home screen.

FAQ’s

How do I restart my FireStick if it’s not responding?

The easiest way to restart your frozen FireStick is to press the Play/Pause and the Select button for a few seconds (mainly 3 – 5 seconds.) Then, the Fire TV will immediately start to reboot.

Why should I restart my FireStick?

Rebooting is excellent for fixing system glitches or minor bugs, as it gives your Fire TV a fresh start.

Does restarting FireStick help to fix issues with apps?

Restarting FireStick helps fix minor software glitches or bugs that cause app issues. It also helps when an app becomes unresponsive.

What’s the best way to restart my FireStick?

The best way to restart Fire TV is by tapping Settings> My Fire TV> Restart.

How often should I restart my Fire TV?

You should restart your Fire TV after every three or so days. Moreover, it may be time for a reboot if you notice the Fire TV lagging or slowing down while loading applications.

Wrapping Up

The guide taught you three easy ways to reboot your FireStick. Restarting your Fire TV now and then will give the operating system a fresh start and fix any bugs or glitches. However, you should only opt for the second and third options mentioned above if the first doesn’t work. Restarting Fire TV via the Settings menu is the best option.

Related:

• How to Set up Amazon FireStick
• How to fix non-working FireStick Remote
• Best FireStick Settings
• Best Tips and Tricks for FireStick

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